Daily Focus Bothma Africa - Page 16

Ian Gelder, renowned British actor famous for his role in 'Game of Thrones', has died at age 74 after a five-month fight with bile duct cancer. His death was confirmed by his spouse, Ben Daniels, who praised Gelder's spirit and kindness. The actor's career spanned several notable roles beyond the HBO series.

Multichoice Nigeria faces a legal battle after challenging the jurisdiction of the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal over its decision to restrain price increases on DStv and GOtv services. This comes after a suit was filed against their pricing policy changes in April 2024. The outcome could have significant consumer welfare implications.

Chrissy Teigen, in partnership with KFC, reveals a special Real-Talk Mother's Day Menu designed to offer relaxation for moms. The menu features unique meals like the Taste of Time-off and Mom Appreciation Meal, available until May 12th.

Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals saw the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves go head-to-head in a gripping contest. Naz Reid's fourth-quarter performance propelled the Timberwolves to a 102-99 win, hinting at a fiercely competitive series ahead.

Georgina Rodriguez celebrated Cristiano Ronaldo's 66th career hat-trick after he scored three goals for Al-Nassr against Al Wehda in the Saudi Pro League. Ronaldo is the league's top scorer with 32 goals this season, nearing his 900-goal career milestone.

Liverpool FC champions a unique contest, offering fans the chance to win the 2024-25 home jersey. By predicting the exact score of their upcoming Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur, participants can enter a draw with winners announced at May's end.

The feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has intensified with new diss tracks, 'Family Matters' by Drake and 'Meet The Grahams' by Kendrick, sparking controversy. Both tracks include serious allegations and have added fuel to their ongoing rivalry, further captivating the music world.

Scientists have reconstructed the face of a Neanderthal woman from skull fragments found in Shanidar Cave, highlighting resemblances to modern humans. This breakthrough suggests possible ancient interbreeding between species.

On May 1st, 2024, workers from diverse organizations and unions converged at Nairobi's Uhuru Gardens for the Labour Day celebration. The event was attended by prominent figures including President William Ruto and was marked by the participation of various labor unions such as KNUT and KUPPET.

A major teacher strike is set to commence in Kenya, prompting the closure of schools as educators fight for better employment terms. The deadlock in negotiations with the government has escalated tensions, highlighting critical issues like low salaries and career advancement.